September is Spectacular in Copperopolis!

There aren't many months more beautiful in Copperopolis than September. The mornings are crisp and the days are warm. The sun starts to set a little sooner, but there's still LOTS of day light. Kids are back in school (boo-hoo). We have SO much going on in September, I hope I don't forget something.

If it's September, it must be FREE Concerts at the Copperopolis Town Square!
We have a GREAT line up starting Friday, September 4 at 6:00 with Joel - The Band - a Tribute to Billy Joel. We have the Jeff Watson Band (Sacramento's Favorite Blues Man), The Jukes (Urban Blues infused with Jazz and Funk), Diamond Duo (ranging from wartime hits of the 40's to today's contemporary music) and Copperopolis' own Vince & Sally. Concert dates are 9/4, 9/6, 9/11, 9/12, 9/18 and 9/19. The full line up can be found at the Copperopolis Town Square website. Friday concerts start at 6:00, Saturday and Sunday concerts start at 2:00.

In addition to the music events on Saturday 9/12 and 9/19, we will also have a couple of fun events planned for you. Join us on Saturday September 12, starting at 2:00 for...."DOG DAY AFTERNOON" - no, not the movie! This event focuses around Man's Best Friend, our beloved Dogs. Bring your four-legged best friend (dogs only, please) for a "WOOFING" good time . We will have a parade, prizes and awards in several categories, sponsored by the Town Square Merchants. Categories include Friendliest Dog, Most Stylish Dog, Owner Look-a-like, Cutest Doggie, Big Dog, Shortest Dog, Snazziest Collar, Ugliest Mug (given lovingly, of course), Best Smile and Most Attitute. Of course there is also "TOP DOG".

We plan to have a Pet Boutique, Mobile doggy wash and much more. In honor of "Dog Day Afternoon" Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor will be offering our mouth-watering 1/4 lb 100% all beef and Polish hot DOGS available at special price. So dress FIDO in his or her best costume (if you dare) and bring him or her down to the Square! Don't forget your leashes! This event is FREE!!

In addition to great music on September 19, we want you to REV up your engines if you've got em!! We've had so many requests for another car show that we decided September would be a great month to add one! We've combined MUSIC with a CLASSIC CAR SHOW'N SHINE GET TOGETHER. Bring your classic car (or almost classic) to a FREE event where you could be the WINNER of a "Play the Creeks" golf package and stay at beautiful Saddle Creek Golf Course. You get to play both Saddle Creek and Greenhorn Creek golf courses. If you don't have a classic car, come out and enjoy some BEAUTIFUL muscle cars, hot rods, rat rods and MUCH more. This event is FREE!!

WHEW! There's a LOT going on at The Copperopolis Town Square in September. We hope to "CU @ the Square!"

Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor makes the Headlines

Okay, so it's not the headlines, but we did make it in this week's edition of the Sierra Lodestar, the entertainment magazine arm of the Calaveras Enterprise. Click on the link to read the entire story or better yet, come into Cruisers and pick up a copy. The ice cream Sundae on the front cover came from Cruisers and the children in the picture (who just happened to be in the store that day) are our grand-niece and nephews, Kyra, Alex and Ethan.

STAR 92.7 Live on Location Don't forget - STAR 92.7 will be broadcasting live from the Town Square this Saturday from 11:30 to 1:30. Spin the Jackpot Machine for prizes and your chance to qualify for the BIG prize - $10,000!!! The Town Square merchants are also giving away prizes and BIG discounts!! You won't want to miss this event.

Frank has a birthday! You know who Frank is, right? Frank Furter is our friendly Cruiser's greeter. He sits outside of the door and although he looks like he's pouring ketchup on his head, he is really giving you a welcoming salute.

Anyway, he's having a birthday and we will be celebrating it during the entire Labor Day weekend with a special $1.00 off any hot dog or hot dog combo. Just print the coupon below and bring it in to Cruisers.

I think that's it for now.

CU @ the Square!!

Star 92.7 Live on Location at Cruisers (and the Town Square)

National Ice Cream Day
On July 19, Cruisers celebrated National Ice Cream Day. We served up lots and lots of FREE banana splits and sundaes. Quite a few of you came in and told us how the Sundae got its name. Kudos to those who felt the need to do the research - even though the answer was in one of my previous emails . Hope you didn't miss it :)



Live on Location


Next on our event schedule is a LIVE radio broadcast. STAR 92.7, one of our local radio stations will be broadcasting from the Town Square from 11:30 until 1:30 on August 15, 2009. Come spin the Jackpot Machine for a chance to qualify for the grand price of $10,000 CASH!! The grand prize winner will be selected on September 16 at Black Oak Casino. Plus you could be the winner of the trip that will be given out during the live broadcast. Wow!! Then at 1:30, we will have live music by Diamond Duo. The Delta Blood Bank will also be here so why not donate while you have the chance?


Ice Cream Flavor of the Moment You may have noticed a few new ice cream flavors in our freezers. We've added Pistaccio and Chocolate Peanut Butter to our everyday menu. Plus we have the "Ice Cream of the Moment". This is a new flavor that we bring in periodically and when it is gone, it's gone unless you tell us that you want us to keep it. Last week we had birthday cake. This was a fun flavor with swirls of frosting and confetti candy--but it only lasted FOUR days!! You gotta be quick and come in often. Our current flavor of the moment is Old fashioned 50/50. You may remember this ice cream - with its combination of creamy vanilla and tart orange sherbet. Mmmmm



Future Events

• August 28 Movie night. This month Parks & Rec will be showing Indiana Jones' Raiders of the Lost Ark, Rated PG. The show starts at dusk and as always, there will be free popcorn!!
• September - Friday Nights are MUSIC night at the Town Square. Come and listen to live music from the Gazebo each Friday evening in September starting at 6:00. Plus an added Music night on Sunday, September 6.
• October 3 - Oktober fest and art show comes to Copperopolis. More details to follow.

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There's lots of summer left. We hope to seen you soon and OFTEN at Cruisers Ice Cream Parlor. Tell us you saw us on the web!!